William “Bill” Walter Dumeyer, age 81, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away after a short illness on February 5, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Bill was born January 22, 1945 and grew up in the Oakhill neighborhood of South St. Louis, staying in touch with many of his childhood friends. Bill graduated from St Johns High School in 1962 and, with friends, decided to join the Army Reserves.
After earning degrees from St louis University and Washington University, Bill took engineering positions at White Rogers, McDonnell Douglass, and Anheuser-Busch. He then entered the real estate world as “The #1 Realtor”, as Bill referred to himself. He loved being the ambassador of real estate, handing out Sports schedules adorned with his face to everyone he met.
Bill and Nancy, his wife of 41 years, never had a dull moment. They worked together at A-B, in Real Estate as partners, and loved and cherished their many dogs thru the years. Bill loved working in the yard at his home, feeding the birds, and loved any sport on tv. The consummate socialite, he frequented many small business establishments in south city and south county, never meeting a stranger.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Florence (Blume) Dumeyer. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Trares-Dumeyer, stepson Jeffrey Trares and his wife, Rachel, and sisters Carole Fischer, Judy Graves, and Phyllis (Pete) Kleissle. He cherished his many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great, great nieces and nephews. Bill is reunited with his beloved brothers-in-law, Charles “Skip” Fischer and Tom Graves.
Services: Family and friends are invited to honor Bill’s life during visitation on February 9, 2026, Kutis, South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd, 63129, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 P.M. with Funeral Service at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please spread kindness by donating to your favorite charity on Bill’s behalf.
You could have started with, “Bill is on the roof.”
That one is for you Bill.
Love,
Hosehead Dogbreath Trares.
Oh Nancy so sorry to hear about Bill. Know that you and your family are in our prayers. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.
TY – I hope you are both having good days. I love you both so much.
Wonderful man everyone loved him.
And he loved them!!
He will be missed. Bill certainly was a south county institution. He could be found at Watering Holes all over St. Louis and was always open to discussing just about any subject you wanted to tackle. Nancy, you have Jennifer and my deepest condolences for your loss.
Glenn & Jennifer Bartels
Thank you Glenn and Jennifer
Nancy, I’m so sorry Bill was such a good guy. I remember how he helped me buy the condo. I’m forever grateful for his guidance in offering a $100 more. LOL He”ll be missed. You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Bill.
He always spoke of you and your transaction-he felt he was protecting you to the close. He was like that a lot!
Nancy we are so sorry for your loss. We missed you two when you moved away. Especially when the dogs would line up on the curb when they saw Jim come out with their treat. Also, when Bill would join us on the patio for a beer. We love you guys and were blessed to have known Bill. Thoughts and prayers with you.
Thanks Marcy.
Oh Bill 😞 He will be missed by many! Miss you Dumeyer! If you need anything, you holler!
Nancy, I’m so very sorry. It’s extremely hard to accept Bill not being here after our 75 year friendship. He was the Man around town with the connections. I’ll miss his camaraderie. Bill leaves an empty place in my life and the lives of many others. My condolences to you and your family.
Hey cuz! The sad news of Bill passing away is making it’s way through the “Murphy’s”. We have fond memories from years ago Bill sharing a few beers with Steve, lots of joke telling & laughs, especially our trip to Chicago with both of you. His gift to gab made people feel welcomed whenever he was in a room. We pray he didn’t suffer during his sickness. Send me your current address so I can send some pictures from years past, when we get home. So sorry we will not be able to attend his service. We are in Florida for the month. Sending our prayers. Steve & Sandy
Nancy- Don and I send our deepest condolences at the passing of Bill. He was always happy to see us even if it had been years apart. Always with a smile and a funny story. You and the family will be in our prayers.
Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss! I’ll miss his smiles!
Gary Kirwin
Oh my dear friend, I am so sorry to hear about Bill! He was a wonderful man and everyone loved him! He will be loved and missed forever!
My mom and I are sending our love and prayers for you and your beautiful family. I am always for you!
Love always!
Becky
Nancy and Jeff, we are so sorry for Bills passing. Bill was never at a loss for words or jokes. Always a fun guy. We will miss his distinct laugh which was almost constant, as well as everyone’s else’s.
Love and Hugs
Joan and Mike Landgraf
Nancy I’m so sorry to learn of this. You have my deepest condolences. Sending many thoughts and prayers.
Nancy, John and I are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing! Prayers to you and your Family! IF you need anything we are here for you!
Nancy , so sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. My thoughts are with you and the family. It was always a pleasure to see the two of you at Remax and always full of enthusiasm. Thinking of you. Jenny Southworth
Nancy- Ed and I are sending you love and prayers. Bill waz ALWAYS smiling and had a twinkle in his eye letting you know he had something funny to say. He will be deeply missed! Our deepest condolences ❤️
So sorry to hear about Bill. Always enjoyed seeing him when he stop by the Alley Dogs. Prayers for all the Family.
Bill is gone but never forgotten ! Hard to imagine ! Only knew Bill from around So. County. He was a fellow Oakville Elk and we all can learn from his great attitude!
Jimdunphy85@gmail.com
Nancy, my wife and I send our condolences, on the loss of your husband. Bill was my neighbor on Wyoming Street, we went to gradeschool at Holy Family and remained friends throughout the the years. He will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord. God’s blessings to You and all the Dumeyer family’s in this most difficult time.
Bob and Margaret Perrot